Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
2005 Saturn Relay AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
- Insert the ignition lock cylinder through the trim cover in the upper steering column.
- Align the lock cylinder retaining tab and the position tab with the slots in the lock housing.
- Completely push the lock cylinder into the lock housing.
- Install the retaining screws to the upper steering trim cover.
Tighten:Β Tighten the screws to 3.5 N.m (31 lb in).
- Match the tab slots on the lower trim cover with the locking tabs on the upper trim cover.
- Tilt the lower trim cover up and slide the lower trim cover until the locking tabs snap into the tab slots.
- Install the lower trim cover screws to the steering column.
Tighten:Β Tighten the screws to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).
- Install the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel ReplacementΒ .
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in SIR.
- Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
Fig 1: View of Ignition Cylinder Lock, Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Assembly and Upper Steering Column
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.